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Elbaite var. Rubellite (1978 pocket) 
Back to SPECIAL $999 RESERVE AUCTION - TUESDAY JAN. 24, 2012
Jonas Mine,Itataia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Starting Time:1/12/2012 06:30:00 PM(CST)
- Ending Time:1/24/2012 05:30:00 PM(CST)
Time Left:Auction Is Closed
- Size:4.9 x 1.3 x 1.3 cm
- Size Description:Miniature
Description:From the incredible 1978 find, this Jonas elbaite is lustrous and translucent with a lovely cranberry red color. Its gem weight is 16 grams. This is a single fine, undamaged, complete-all-around crystal from one of the two most famous tourmaline pockets in modern history. The Jonas tourmalines are almost magical, and still to this day unequaled for crisp color and value to the collector. Valued $2500
